Irbesartan Dosage
Dosage and administration from FDA labeling • Also known as: Avapro, Irbesartan
- Dosage Form
- TABLET
- Route
- ORAL
Dosage and Administration
2 DOSAGE AND ADMINISTRATION Indication Dose Hypertension ( 2.2 ) 150 to 300 mg once daily Diabetic Nephropathy ( 2.3 ) 300 mg once daily 2.1 General Considerations Irbesartan tablets may be administered with other antihypertensive agents and with or without food. 2.2 Hypertension The recommended initial dose of irbesartan tablets is 150 mg once daily. The dosage can be increased to a maximum dose of 300 mg once daily as needed to control blood pressure [see Clinical Studies (14.1) ]. 2.3 Nephropathy in Type 2 Diabetic Patients The recommended dose is 300 mg once daily [see Clinical Studies (14.2) ]. 2.4 Dose Adjustment in Volume and Salt-Depleted Patients The recommended initial dose is 75 mg once daily in patients with depletion of intravascular volume or salt (e.g., patients treated vigorously with diuretics or on hemodialysis) [see Warnings and Precautions (5.2) ].
How Supplied
16 HOW SUPPLIED/STORAGE AND HANDLING Irbesartan tablets 150 mg are available as white to off-white biconvex oval tablets, debossed with “HH” on one side and "330" on the other side. NDC: 71335-2168-1: 30 Tablets in a BOTTLE NDC: 71335-2168-2: 60 Tablets in a BOTTLE NDC: 71335-2168-3: 90 Tablets in a BOTTLE Repackaged/Relabeled by: Bryant Ranch Prepack, Inc. Burbank, CA 91504
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Can I adjust my dosage on my own?
Never change your medication dosage without consulting your healthcare provider. Incorrect dosing can lead to reduced effectiveness or dangerous side effects.